Christmas at Disney in pictures

Having just returned home after five nights at Walt Disney World, I’m busy playing catch up with real life and its associated piles of laundry. I did, however, want to share some instagram photos with you. I was sans family on this trip–acting as a mentor during training weekend for the new members of the Walt Disney World Moms Panel. Going it alone always gives me the chance to really slow down and take note of the details I might otherwise miss. That is always a treat, but especially during Christmas. Here are a few photos I snapped during the week. Enjoy!

The infamous Grand Marnier slushee--from the France pavilionThe Canada pavilion's holiday storytellerMy front-row view of Epcot's Candlelight ProcessionalEarly morning photo shoot in Magic KingdomDapper Dan's all dressed up for the holidaysWelcomed to a Senses spa tour with a glass of bubblyMy footwear choice for dinner out with the Moms - not theme park friendly!The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights colors the night skyThe grey stuff at the new Be Our Guest Restaurant - it really was delicious!Cinderella Castle draped in icicles -- a beautiful sight!

It was an unforgettable weekend. Truly. I can’t wait for you to meet the new Walt Disney World Moms Panel Moms in January. They’re an awesome group! Until then, the alumni moms are happy to answer your vacation planning questions. Visit us at www.DisneyWorldMoms.com

Did you know, Susan, that the Walt Disney World Moms Panel has two Disneyland specialists? Disneyland doesn’t have its own panel, but it does have moms that represent it on the WDW Moms panel. You should apply next year!

I kept looking for you as we walked around the parks! We just got back yesterday from our cruise and everyone loved our Hot Chocolate Mix-Ins! We had extras and passed them out to several crew members who went above and beyond for us, as well as our elementary school teachers, youth minister and the mail lady. Thanks so much for the great idea!